Challenge Filair® PTFE Hydrophobic Sterile Filters: High Throughput from China Suppliers and Factory
Features
- Natural hydrophobicity
- High retention rate
- High throughput with low pressure drop
- Reliable bacteria and particle retention
Typical Applications
- Vents for Fermenters, Storage Tanks, etc.
- Sterile Filtration for Compressed Air, O₂, N₂, etc.
Operating Conditions
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 80℃ |
| Maximum Differential Pressure | 0.55MPa / 25℃ 0.1MPa / 80℃ |
Biosafety
| Endotoxin | < 0.25 EU/mL |
| Biocompatibility |
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Filter Dimensions
| Disc Filter | D50: 20 cm² |
| Capsule Filter Area | 01: 0.075 m² | 02: 0.14 m² | 04: 0.25 m² | 05: 0.34 m² | 10: 0.68 m² |
Sterilization
- Challenge Filair® PTFE filter capable of up to 50 cycles of high-temperature steam sterilization
Material Construction
| Filter Membrane | Hydrophobic Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) |
| Inner Cage, Outer Cage | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Capsule Housing | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Capsule Vent O-Ring | Silicone Rubber |
| Filtration Accuracy | 0.2μm |
0.2μm Gas Capsule Filter Flow Rate

Differential Pressure Flow Rate at 20 °C: (L/min)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the primary applications for the 0.2μm PTFE Gas Capsule Filter?
Typical applications include sterile venting for fermenters and storage tanks, as well as sterile filtration for compressed air and process gases like Oxygen (O₂) and Nitrogen (N₂).
What materials are used in the construction of this capsule filter?
The filter membrane is made of Hydrophobic Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). The inner/outer cage and capsule housing are constructed from Polypropylene (PP), and the capsule vent O-ring is made of Silicone Rubber.
What are the maximum operating temperature and differential pressure limits?
The maximum operating temperature is 80℃. The maximum differential pressure is 0.55MPa at 25℃ and 0.1MPa at 80℃.
Does the filter meet international biosafety standards?
Yes, it features an endotoxin level of less than 0.25 EU/mL. It is compliant with USP <87> Non-cytotoxic standards and meets USP <88> Class VI plastic biocompatibility requirements.
How many steam sterilization cycles can the Filair® PTFE filter withstand?
The Filair® PTFE filter is designed to reliably withstand up to 50 cycles of high-temperature steam sterilization.
What filtration area options are available for the capsule filters?
The capsule filters are available in multiple sizes and filtration areas: 0.075 m² (Model 01), 0.14 m² (Model 02), 0.25 m² (Model 04), 0.34 m² (Model 05), and 0.68 m² (Model 10).





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